Colcannon is a traditional Irish potato dish made with creamy mashed Yukon Gold potatoes, kale or cabbage, and various flavorful ingredients. It's a perfect side dish for Patrick’s Day and delicious all year round.
1: Cover the potatoes with water in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer until they are fork tender. Drain.
2: Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a large saucepan.
3: Add the onion, garlic, and leeks and cook, stirring frequently, until very soft and just beginning to brown around the edges, about 10 minutes.
4: Add the cabbage and cook, stirring constantly, until completely wilted and soft. Season with salt and pepper.
5: Combine the cabbage mixture, boiled potatoes, milk, cream, remaining butter, scallions, and parsley and coarsely mash with a potato masher.
6: Season with salt and pepper before serving.
